Oncology
Shawna Willey, MD
Peterson Chair of Breast Cancer Research; Professor of Medical Education, University of Virginia; Director, Breast Fellowship Program, Inova Schar Cancer Institute
Shawna C. Willey, MD, FACS, is a board-certified breast surgeon with over 40 years of experience specializing in surgical oncology, particularly breast cancer surgery at Inova Schar Cancer Institute in Fairfax, Virginia. She serves as the Peterson Chair of Breast Cancer Research, leading research initiatives and evaluating new technologies and treatments for breast cancer. Previously, she was Chief of Surgery and Director of MedStar's Regional Breast Health Program at MedStar Georgetown Universi
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Surgery (American Board of Surgery)
Education & Training
- University of Iowa — M.D.
- George Washington University Medical Center — Residency, General Surgery (1982-1988)
Peer Recognition
- ACS — Fellow (FACS)
2026
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2007-2026 (20 years)
- Scott L. Spear, MD — Lifetime Achievement Award
2020
- University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine — Distinguished Alumna Award for Service
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Inova Fairfax Hospital
- Inova Schar Cancer Institute
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice